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2014 R.I.D.E. Traffic Safety Campaign

The London Police Service is supporting the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police’s (OACP) 2014 Drive Safe! R.I.D.E. traffic safety campaign (#DriveSafeONT), which will focus on the dangers associated with driving under the influence of prescription medicines and illegal drugs – depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens, inhalants, cannabis, etc.

A 2010 study published in the Journal of Traffic Injury Prevention concluded that more than 10 per cent of drivers randomly pulled over for a survey tested positive for drug use compared to eight per cent who had been drinking alcohol. A 2012 study (http://ow.ly/wNop5) found a two-fold increase in the risk of an accident if there is any measurable amount of THC (the active ingredient in cannabis) in the bloodstream.

“We’re proud to support this important public safety campaign. Driving after consuming alcohol poses tremendous dangers for motorists, other drivers, and pedestrians. But choosing to get behind the wheel of a vehicle after consuming certain prescription drugs or illegal substances can be just as dangerous,” said Sgt. Ryan Scrivens. “Not only are you putting yourself and others in physical danger, but legal consequences are just not worth the risk.”

The campaign features a public information booklet with information on driving while impaired (alcohol and drugs) as well as traffic collision reporting, protecting consumers from fraud, and Ontario’s racing, seat belt, and distracted driving laws. To download the new “The Eyes Have It: Stoned Driving is Impaired Driving” booklet, please visit www.oacp.ca.

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Thefts from Vehicles

Thefts from vehicles is a crime where we can all contribute with reducing the stats. Thieves who find a vehicle with locked doors and nothing visible inside, will generally move to another vehicle. This year, 1,223 thefts from vehicles have been reported to date.

From May 16 – 25, 2014, London is hosting the 2014 Mastercard Memorial Cup which has and will continue to draw thousands of people and vehicles to the downtown, and other areas of the city.

Even though some thefts from vehicles occur on private property, they are more targeted on parking lots where there is a high population of vehicles. Since Friday, May 16, 2014, there have been 50 reported thefts from vehicles.

On Sunday, May 18, 2014 at 8:00 p.m., a 21-year-old female from London who is known to police, was located in a vehicle parked in a lot on Dufferin Avenue. She was found to be in possession of property that was taken from vehicles nearby, which include a wallet belonging to one person and identification from another. There was no damage observed to these vehicles. She was charged with being in possession of the stolen property; amongst other offences.

On Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 10:43 p.m., a male was observed by police looking into the windows of a vehicle. After interacting with the 47-year-old man from London, he was arrested and was found to be in possession of several flashlights and tools that are commonly used to break into vehicles and residences. He was subsequently charged with possessing break-in instruments and trespassing.

The London Police Service urges everyone to leave everything out of sight and to not leave anything of any potential value in vehicles. We also encourage all suspicious activities to be reported by calling 519-661-5670 or 911.

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Investigating a fatal single motor vehicle collision at Capital City Speedway

(Ottawa) The Ottawa Police Service attended a fatal single motor vehicle collision involving a race car at the Capital City Speedway at 2001 Speedway Drive, in Ottawa. The collision occurred at approximately 10:46pm.

At the time of the collision the race track was operational, though it was closed during the investigation. The track was then turned over to the track supervisor.

A 57 year-old male driver was transported by Ottawa Paramedics to an area hospital with life threatening injuries.

The identity of the victim is not being released at this time.

Ottawa Police Collision Investigators attended the scene and are conducting an investigation into this collision.

Anyone with information or who may have witnessed this collision is asked to contact Det./Cst. N. Emaman with the Ottawa Police Service at 613-236-1222 ext.2481 or Crime Stoppers at 613-233-8477(TIPS).

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Wingham Town Wide Yard Sale Saturday 24May2014

Wingham is having it’s town wide yard sale this Saturday, starting at 7AM. It is unfortunate that the Farmer’s Market is not yet open.

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Wingham Growing Artists Summer Camp Now Accepting Registrations

If your child enjoys making crafts, playing games, and would like to
increase their knowledge and skills in art, then this is the perfect
camp for your young artist(s) to attend!  Your child will be
introduced to age appropriate art terms and concepts throughout the
week that go along with the daily crafts they will be making. 
We will be creating at least two unique crafts each day that they
can take home as keep sakes.  Various games and activities will
be incorporated into our day and time provided for lunch and snack.

Your child will be able to enjoy the outdoors this summer in a safe
country setting!

Conveniently located within town limits, across from Rintoul’s
Pools, and Braemar Nursing Home Centre. On Josephine North.

Instructors:

Michelle Zarytshansky,

(third year University of Waterloo Honours Art Student, studying law
and fine arts)

Ryan Van Camp.

(third year University of Waterloo Honours Art Student, studying
psychology and fine arts)

Contact Information:

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Email: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]

If you would like to call: (519)357-4880

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UPDATE: HIGHWAY #15 CLOSED – MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION

(MONTAGUE TOWNSHIP, ON) – On May 21, 2014 at approximately 8:05 am the Lanark County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to a serious motor vehicle collision on Highway # 15 between Ford Road and MacPherson Road north of Smiths Falls.

A burgundy Ford Edge and a white GMC Envoy were travelling northbound on Highway #15. A black GMC pick-up truck was travelling southbound on Highway #15 when it collided with the two northbound vehicles. The male driver of the black pick up was air lifted to hospital with serious injuries. The female driver of the burgundy Ford Edge was transported to hospital by ambulance with serious injuries. The female driver of the white GMC Envoy sustained minor injuries. Police ask if there are any witnesses to this collision to please contact Lanark County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Highway #15 remains closed while police continue the investigation. OPP Technical Traffic Collision Investigators are at the scene. Detours are in place at Ford Road for northbound traffic and at Franktown Road and MacPherson Road for southbound traffic.

Highway # 15 is expected to remain closed into the early evening hours.

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155 in a 90

(THUNDER BAY, ON) On Thursday, May 15, 2014, an officer from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol on Highway 11/17 near Balsam Street when the officer observed a westbound 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche travelling at a high rate of speed. The driver of the vehicle was driving in excess of 155 km/hour in a posted 90 km/hour zone.

The 21 year old male driver from Gorham Township vehicle was issued a Provincial Summons for Drive Motor Vehicle Perform Stunt / Speeding by 50 or more km/hour contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The driver was also issued a 7 day licence suspension and the vehicle impounded for 7 days.

On Monday, May 19, an officer was on patrol on Highway 11/17 near Balsam Street when the officer observed a 2007 Nissan Altima travelling at a high rate of speed. The driver was driving in excess of 145 km/hour in a posted 90 km/hour zone.

The 38 year old female driver from Thunder Bay was issued a Provincial Summons for Drive Motor Vehicle Perform Stunt / Speeding by 50 km/hour contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The driver was issued a 7 day licence suspension and the vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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DRIVER ARRESTED AND CHARGED

On Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at approximately 9:30 pm, an officer was on patrol near Hodder Avenue when the officer conducted a check of a vehicle licence plate and was subsequently advised the licence plate was stolen. As the officer attempted to stop the vehicle, the vehicle accelerated in an attempt to flee. Shortly thereafter, the officer lost sight of the vehicle. The vehicle was located a short time later on West Floral beach Road in the Municipality of Shuniah, abandoned. Members of the North West Region Emergency Response Team and the Canine unit responded to conduct a search for the occupants of the vehicle with negative results. Further investigation resulted in the driver being located and arrested.

Johnathan WON, 19 years of age, from Thunder Bay has been charged with the following criminal offences;

-Flight While Pursued By Peace Officer,

-Fail to Comply With Probation Order,

-Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle,

-Possession of Property Obtained by Crime,

-Public Mischief; all contrary to the Criminal Code.

He is to appear in Provincial Court on July 25 2014 to answer to the charges.

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OPP INVESTIGATE THEFT FROM VEHICLE

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is reminding the public to protect their property and valuables against would be thieves after a vehicle entry was reported at an Ireland Road, Woodhouse, Norfolk County, Ontario address.

On Sunday, May 18, 2014, between 8:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., unknown suspects entered an unlocked motor vehicle that was parked in the driveway of the residence. Once inside, unknowns proceeded to remove a wallet that contained personal and financial information.

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OPP INVESTIGATING BREAK AND ENTER

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment is investigating a Break and Enter at a Park Street, Charlotteville, Norfolk County, Ontario address.

Between Sunday, May 18 and Tuesday, May 20, 2014, unknowns attended the residence and gained entry. Once inside, unknowns proceeded to drink a quantity of alcohol. No other items were reported missing and police are reminding all residents to ensure that their residence is secure at all times.

The Norfolk County OPP Detachment is continuing to investigate and is seeking assistance from the public. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are being asked to contact the Norfolk County OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1 – 888 – 310 – 1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.helpsolvecrime.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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POLICE SEEK PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE – VEHICLE to LOCATE

(NAPANEE, ON)- Napanee OPP is appealing to the public for assistance in locating a vehicle last seen in the Tamworth area, Stone Mills Twp on the 20th May, 2014.

The vehicle is a 2010 Dodge Avenger, Silver in color with an Ontario licence plate of BKTN-905.

Anyone with any information in relation to this vehicle or its whereabouts is asked to contact the Napanee OPP at 613-354-3369. If you wish to remain anonymous please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at tipsubmit.com.

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WEST PARRY SOUND VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND CHARGES

(WEST PARRY SOUND, ON) – Canada Road Safety Week, along with Victoria Day Long Weekend Traffic Safety Campaign, focused on education and enforcement with the focus on encouraging safe driving habits.

The West Parry Sound Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) participated in these campaigns this past weekend. Officers were out patrolling the roads, trails and waterways in the West Parry Sound District. Many motorists were subjected to education through enforcement. Below are some of the charges from the weekend.

Driving impaired by alcohol or drugs: 2

Failure to use or improper use of seat belts: 2

Off-Road Vehicle Act contravention: 1

Speeding, 1 to 49 km/h over posted speed limit: 170

Other Provincial Offence Notices: 39

Safety on our roads, trails and waterways begins with the motorist/operator. Ensure you and your passengers arrive safe.

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EARLY MORNING 417 COLLISION

(Ottawa, ON) -The Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is currently investigating a motor vehicle collision.

At approximately 3:42 am, a single vehicle collision occurred on Highway 417 westbound near Kinburn Side Road. Traffic was reduced to one lane for several hours to conduct the investigation. The highway has since been re-opened.

The driver of the truck was transported to hospital and his injuries are non-life-threatening.

The collision in under investigation and the OPP is asking anyone who may have any information about this incident to contact the OPP at 613-270-9171.

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UPDATE TO MVC INVOLVING ON DUTY OPP OFFICER

(ESSA)- Nottawasaga Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are continuing with the ongoing investigation from this morning’s motor vehicle collision.

The OPP Officer involved was air-lifted to a Toronto area Hospital by Air Ambulance in very serious condition. At present, the condition of the Officer has been updated to serious and non-life threatening in nature.

The OPP Aviation Services along with the Central Region Technical Traffic Collision Investigation Unit are continuing the investigation and the road will remain closed until further notice.

The OPP wishes to thank the public for their understanding in regards to this ongoing investigation.

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HUMAN REMAINS FOUND IN CHAPLEAU GAME PRESERVE

(CHAPLEAU, ON) – On May 14, 2014, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East Chapleau Detachment was advised of found human remains inside a vehicle in a heavily wooded area 80 kilometres north of Chapleau in the Chapleau Game Preserve.

The OPP attended the area and the remains were removed on May 16. Foul play is not suspected.

OPP believe that this investigation is linked to a historical missing person case from Southern Ontario reported in 2011. No names will be released pending confirmation of the identity of the body through DNA testing.

The Chapleau OPP was assisted by the OPP Criminal Investigations Unit, the Emergency Response Team and Ministry of Natural Resources Fire Crews to gain access to the scene. A joint investigation with the Chief’s Coroner’s Office is continuing.